I've used Conti 4000s and 5000s size 28 on Enve 3.4 wheels. These Pirellis so far seem very comparable to the Contis as far as wear, comfort, rolling resistance, and flat resistance. However, the Pirellis are far superior in one major regard. They are much easier to mount on my Enve 3.4 wheels and easier to remove as well. When you get the inevitable puncture on a tire, the struggle removing and mounting your tire is now one less thing to worry about.
I have never had a tire that mounts as easily as these. The carbon clincher rims I have are at the best of times challenging to use with Conti 5000GPS. A few weeks ago after struggling mightily on the side of the road after a puncture, I decided to get some of these Pirelli P Zeros, based on reviews here. Wow, they went on like putting whipped butter on warm toast. After inflation to 85 psi the 25 mm tires actually measured 27.9 thickness with a digital caliper, which actually makes me happy. As for how they ride, they feel great. Corner nicely. Haven't had them long enough to see about puncture resistance or wear lifetime or performance in the wet. But for the riding that I do (I don't race but I try to go as fast as fitness allows) they don't feel to be in any way inferior to the Contis as far as I can tell. For me that is high praise. Contis ride great but as I said, mounting them on my carbon clinchers was a nightmare. (I never had that problem with Conti 4000s) As for puncture resistance to be honest, as long as these Pirellis are reasonably puncture resistant and have a close to normal lifetime, I will stick with them. I like to know that if I get a flat on the road -- a not uncommon occurrence where I ride owing to all sorts of glass and road debris -- I can be rolling again in five minutes with no profanities or sore fingers.
I've owned several tires and these by far are the best. These will be my go to from now on.
I changed from Conti 4000s to these. The first things I noticed was improved authority entering a turn, better braking, and much less noisy. I didn't rate that last one highly until I got a quieter tire. They are pricey, but you get what you pay for. Great stuff!
These are excellent tires. They are fast and hold up better then tires that are this light. The suppleness of the rubber is surprisingly good and the Cornering grip of the tire inspires confidence. Great buy!
Mounted these after years of Vredesteins and most recently some Vittorias which I didn't like at all. These felt much faster and are holding up as well as the old Tri-comps. Besides the performance they are quite comfortable!
Had some bad experiences with discount tires. Decided to try Pirelli. I be staying with these. Easier to mount and a very stable feel in all conditions. I've never ridden faster and so far no flats.
These are excellent tires. They are fast and hold up better then tires that are this light. The suppleness of the rubber is surprisingly good and the Cornering grip of the tire inspires confidence. Great buy!
Bought these becuse reviews said they were easy to mount. Both my bikes have tough rims to mount. Mounted these on the tougher of the two rims and they mounted much easier than 5000's. The performance is really good. They feel fast and handle really good. Haven't had them long enough to see how durable they are. But, I am glad I bought them.
the p zero velo classic is one of the best tires that I've ridden, and the classic touch of tan fits perfectly with my brown bar tape, which is a great plus for me personaly. I had no problems with the tire grip so far, it just got torn because of cracked shells on the road, I've had one puncture in my 1,500mile'ish ride, but that depends on how careful you are too. All in all i love the classic tires, and gonna get another set now
This has been my go-to race and training tire for a while now. There are some tires that might be a bit faster but lack the durability and others that are more durable but handle/ride poorly (and are heavy). The Pirelli PZero Velo Tire performs very well in all areas. If I'm really concerned about every last ounce of power/speed I ride tubulars anyway.
Average rides are 30 miles in fair weather, although we all get caught in rain sometime. Tires have good grip, corner well and give a comfortable ride. Amazing to me is their puncture resistance, I have not had so much as a cut. Also the wear pattern is even.
Fast, supple, light and by far the easiest tire I have ever mounted.
Fast, supple, light, durable and puncture resistant. So so easy to mount.
This tire feels fast. Has plenty of grip and gives you feedback from the road. Can't go wrong with Pirelli. Riding in the often rough back roads of central Indiana farm country, these tires are a game changer. Often is the ride where that exists that I find myself on a surprise gravel road and I have the confidence of a quality tire with excellent puncture protection. And on smooth tarmac they are quick.
Beating the hell out of the GP 5000's in confidence, rolling resistance and wear! Really, Really good tire! My tire of choice now in 28's.
I usually went with GP 4000's, but decided to try these out. The 5000's came out a week later, but I have no regrets. These tires are light, handle well, have excellent grip and are extremely puncture resistant. Maybe I'll try the 5000's someday, but not today- I'm sold on my Pirelli's. Oh yeah, they cost less, too.
I tried these on a lark after having used Conti GP AFs for years.
For me one top clincher is like another, and the Pirelli feels just like the Conti GPs I was using.
The upside I find is that the Pirellis are easier to get on the rim, which makes roadside flat changes a little easier.
No verdict yet on wear.
I have ridden mostly Conti's recently, 4000's and Classics. These Pirellis outperform those in every aspect, more grip cornering, smoother roll, quieter, and faster (or, at least they feel faster). It will be tough to consider another clincher.
Best tire very smooth!!
